Blair poised for big pay day

Melbourne Storm forward Adam Blair is poised to cash in on the widespread interest in him from rival clubs when he comes off contract at the end of the season, with speculation he could earn up to $500,000 a season.

A representative from the Titan management group that represents Blair said his company would not be negotiating through the media. However, the Storm made it clear Blair was at the top of their list and coach Craig Bellamy indicated he was a priority signing.

Bellamy urged the vice-captain of the world champions New Zealand Test team to stay put, describing the 24-year-old as a potential skipper for the club.

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Melbourne’s strategy is seemingly to make Blair realise his place in the club by elevating him to NRL superstar status. He was selected to represent the club at the NRL’s launch, and the Storm insisted he appeared in The Sun-Herald’s photo alongside Smith, Slater and Cronk.